Risk: Banking and Derivatives (11 Units)
Banking Regulation, Fund Management, Derivatives, and Counterparty Risk
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Course Information
Banks primarily take in deposits and lend them or funds can be used to set aside money. Poorly regulated financial institutions have the potential to undermine the stability of the financial system, harm consumers and can damage the prospects for the economy.
Certificate on Completion
This course is made up of videos, questions and additional reading materials and accounts for 11 units of CPD. One unit is the equivalent of one hour of learning. A certificate will be issued once you have completed all 11 units.
Course Sections
This track is made up of the following sections:
- The Importance of Banks, Regulation and Funds (6 units)
- Derivatives and the Role of Counterparties (5 units)
What You Will Learn
- Explain the role of banks in the financial system and why banking regulation is necessary
- Identify the main types of financial regulation and how they protect consumers and system stability
- Describe how investment funds operate, including their structure, management, and risk profiles
- Define the main types of derivatives, including forwards, futures, options, and swaps
- Assess counterparty risk and explain how it is managed in derivatives transactions
- Evaluate how poorly regulated financial institutions can damage economic stability
Who This Course Is For
- Finance professionals who need to understand banking, regulation, and derivatives for CPD purposes
- Risk analysts working with or evaluating derivative instruments
- Accountants in financial services who encounter fund management or counterparty risk in their work
Prerequisites
- A basic understanding of financial markets and common financial instruments
- Familiarity with the concept of risk in a financial context
- No specialist software is required
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